OB/GYN Locum Tenens Opportunity near Colorado Springs, CO (ASAP - Ongoing)

We are seeking a Board-Certified OB/GYN Physician for an exciting locum tenens opportunity near Colorado Springs, CO. This position is ideal for a highly skilled OB/GYN physician with experience in managing both low and high-risk pregnancies, as well as performing various gynecological procedures. The assignment is for 8-10 weeks with a potential start date of October 7, and emergency credentialing is available for candidates with an active CO license.

Position Details:

• Position Type: Locum Tenens, providing OB/GYN services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.


• Assignment Duration: 8-10 weeks.


• Start Date: ASAP, preferably by October 7.


• Shift Type: Varied.


• Call Requirements: 24-hour call coverage.

Schedule:

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 24-hour hospital call; office/clinic hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.


• Saturday & Sunday: 24-hour hospital call.


• Call Schedule: 2 weekday calls per week, 1 weekend call per month.


• In-House Call: No, on-call at the hotel with rounds as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage low-risk pregnancies with patients presenting pre-existing issues such as history of twins, toxemia, hyperemesis, etc.


• Handle high-risk pregnancies including patients with toxemia, diabetes, chronic lung problems, chronic renal disease, and more.


• Perform and interpret OB ultrasounds, including Level I/screening ultrasounds for viability.


• Conduct routine vaginal deliveries and C-sections, including decision-making for surgical interventions.


• Handle complicated deliveries such as breech presentations, multiple births, and VBACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean).


• Perform minor gynecological procedures such as IUD placement, cystoscopy, colposcopy, cryosurgery, and LEEP.


• Manage surgical gynecology procedures, both minor and major, including laparoscopic diagnostics, tubal ligations, and ovarian surgeries.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified in OB/GYN: Required (can consider residency-trained but not yet certified).


• NRP Certified: Required.


• Active Colorado Medical License: Highly preferred. Emergency credentialing available for candidates with an active CO license.


• CO License: Highly preferred for emergency credentialing.

Required Procedures:

• Management of low and high-risk pregnancies.


• FHR interpretation (NST, CST, FSE).


• Performance and interpretation of OB ultrasounds.


• Routine vaginal deliveries and C-sections.


• Handling complicated deliveries, including C-sections, breech presentations, and VBACs.


• Minor gynecological procedures, including IUD insertion, colposcopy, and cystoscopy.


• Surgical gynecology (both open and laparoscopic procedures).

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, with flexible scheduling and competitive hourly compensation. If you’re an experienced OB/GYN physician ready to take on a rewarding locum assignment, we encourage you to apply.

Job ID: j-248772